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general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
student directors learning the grammar of filmmaking
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2025
High school seniors were asked to submit an essay describing the responsibilities of citizens in a democratic society and were graded by four judges based on grammar, spelling, originality, context and content.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
At one end are low-reward, high-effort tasks: formatting slides, reviewing invoices, checking grammar, organizing meeting notes, or tagging support tickets in helpdesk platforms.
—Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
And memes, like it or not, are the grammar of that expression.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2025
High school seniors were asked to submit an essay describing the responsibilities of citizens in a democratic society and were graded by four judges based on grammar, spelling, originality, context and content.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
At one end are low-reward, high-effort tasks: formatting slides, reviewing invoices, checking grammar, organizing meeting notes, or tagging support tickets in helpdesk platforms.
—Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
And memes, like it or not, are the grammar of that expression.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
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For extra endurance, cover your pieces when not in use to protect them from the elements.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Designed to be a lush, year-round oasis, this innovative space combines design elements inspired by Portland’s urban charm and tropical island retreats, bringing a slice of paradise to the city during the (in)famous Pacific Northwest rainy season.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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